Legal Administrative Assistant

Position Overview

DLA Piper is bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. The Legal Administrative Assistant is a key member of the Legal Support Services team, providing high quality and efficient legal support services to timekeepers and business professionals within the disputes and transactions verticals. This role involves collaborating with multiple firm departments, supporting lawyers and clients with document production, project management and administrative tasks. Location: New York office with a hybrid work schedule (5 days onsite for the first 90 days, then 3 days onsite thereafter).

Key Responsibilities

• Support lawyers and business professionals within the Legal Support Suite and act as a primary point of contact.
• Provide direct support to partners and other lawyers within a practice area vertical.
• Proactively monitor the firm delegation tool to accept and complete incoming assignments.
• Delegate tasks appropriately to team members and resources using firm processes.
• Communicate with team members and lawyers to ensure accurate and timely completion of work.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, courts, and professional organizations on behalf of the firm.
• Create and edit documents including agreements, pleadings, spreadsheets, presentations, and reports.
• Draft correspondence, emails, and legal document templates; facilitate court filings as required.
• Review and proofread documents for consistency, grammar, and spelling.
• Manage lawyer Outlook calendars, resolve scheduling conflicts, and coordinate travel itineraries.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and assemble meeting materials.
• Handle monthly billing tasks and administrative requirements related to timekeeper compliance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years administrative experience in a law firm or professional services organization (related practice area experience is a plus).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with a capacity to learn firm-specific software.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, document production, and practice area knowledge.
• Effective project management, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to proofread work products accurately.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $38.43 - $49.96 per hour (depending on geographic market location).
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus 401(k).
• Hybrid work environment with structured in-office and remote work schedules.
• Opportunities for career growth in a firm renowned for its bold and collaborative culture.